# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1816 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1817 --- ## [Sedans with less road noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sedans-with-less-road-noise/78617)
**Author:** [@mozkaynak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mozkaynak)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2013, 12:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sedans-with-less-road-noise/78617 "2013-04-20T12:02:35Z")
Hello, One important feature I care in making car purchase decision is the noise during driving at high speeds. Could you suggest me a few sedans (Mazda3, Chevy Cruze etc) that you know that produces less noise on highwa… --- ## [Hyundai tiburon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-tiburon/78809)
**Author:** [@manda1591](https://community.cartalk.com/u/manda1591)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2013, 11:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-tiburon/78809 "2013-04-20T11:45:35Z")
hello i really need help! my 2001 Hyundai tiburon was driving great and out of no where i lost all function in my transmission. the motor revs but theres no movement. i had it towed home let it sit for 2 weeks when the w… --- ## [Transmission problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-problems/78811)
**Author:** [@jcr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jcr)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2013, 10:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-problems/78811 "2013-04-20T10:13:25Z")
my daughter has a 2005 Chrysler minivan -- v 6 automatic -- the transmission will not lock in park -- it free wheels -- only stops moving when emergency break is applied -- the wheels will move separately -- will not mo… --- ## [Anyone else bothered by those annoying popups?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-else-bothered-by-those-annoying-popups/78737)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2013, 7:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-else-bothered-by-those-annoying-popups/78737 "2013-04-20T07:02:37Z")
I often use my keyboard to scroll down and if while doing this, my cursor just happens to go over one of those links to share, I get a pop up window, no mouse click required. This stops everything until the pop up is fi… --- ## [Change a timing belt after many years, but few miles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/change-a-timing-belt-after-many-years-but-few-miles/78789)
**Author:** [@willpowern](https://community.cartalk.com/u/willpowern)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2013, 6:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/change-a-timing-belt-after-many-years-but-few-miles/78789 "2013-04-20T06:38:36Z")
My mom has a 2002 Lexus RX 300. It runs great and has only 30,000. Should I have the timing belt replaced? --- ## [2003 Honda Civiv Hybrid: lurching at low speeds, especially deceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-civiv-hybrid-lurching-at-low-speeds-especially-deceleration/78777)
**Author:** [@Adele](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Adele)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2013, 6:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-civiv-hybrid-lurching-at-low-speeds-especially-deceleration/78777 "2013-04-20T06:27:42Z")
My 2003 Honda Civic Hybrid has lurched for over a year now. The dealership has run tests and can't seem to figure it out -- though my budget has only allowed them to take a look at it 2 or 3 times. Things I know: \* lu… --- ## [1995 4X4 Silverado noises](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-4x4-silverado-noises/78807)
**Author:** [@RobertG77](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertG77)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2013, 6:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-4x4-silverado-noises/78807 "2013-04-20T06:25:41Z")
Hi everybody! I have a 1995 Chevy Silverado. Well tonight the lower radiator hose came off, and all the coolant drained out while my wife was driving it around town. She noticed that the temp gauge spiked, and tried to… --- ## [Van screeching then stopped working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/van-screeching-then-stopped-working/78797)
**Author:** [@rikantrin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rikantrin)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2013, 4:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/van-screeching-then-stopped-working/78797 "2013-04-20T04:52:39Z")
my van had been making a screeching sound especially when it was cold. i would turn the car on to warm up and it would screech for any where from few seconds to about 1 min. when i got hotter it would only do it for a c… --- ## [Slow Shifting Explorer 2000](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slow-shifting-explorer-2000/78804)
**Author:** [@WhoKnows](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WhoKnows)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2013, 4:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slow-shifting-explorer-2000/78804 "2013-04-20T04:47:38Z")
Shifts slowly or stays in shifting mode longer than necessary. Must stop accelerating and wait a few seconds until the shifting is complete. Does something need adjusting? --- ## [My Saab story](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-saab-story/78699)
**Author:** [@Trunkard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Trunkard)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2013, 4:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-saab-story/78699 "2013-04-20T04:40:33Z")
So my son has a 93 Saab... my wife was driving it home the other day and one of the radiator hoses burst, steam rolled out from under the hood and the car died. She had no idea what had happened so she called my brother … --- ## [My Saturn's security system is a mess!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-saturns-security-system-is-a-mess/78803)
**Author:** [@Pearl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pearl)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2013, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-saturns-security-system-is-a-mess/78803 "2013-04-20T02:09:43Z")
My 1999 Saturn SL2 has had issues with its security system for years. It "chirps" intermittently, sometimes to the point of killing the battery. I've taken to unplugging the battery when I won't be using it for a few day… --- ## [AC problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-problems/78791)
**Author:** [@Russy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Russy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2013, 12:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-problems/78791 "2013-04-20T00:44:21Z")
I have a 2000 Nissan Altima with 140000 miles and in excellent condition, my only problem is the air conditioning. It runs great in the morning when not hot out and great in the evening when its not hot, during the day … --- ## [76 jeep](https://community.cartalk.com/t/76-jeep/78785)
**Author:** [@76\_jeep](https://community.cartalk.com/u/76_jeep)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2013, 11:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/76-jeep/78785 "2013-04-19T23:57:15Z")
I have a 76 Jeep CJ 7 with a 258, straight six with a 2 barrel carb. If the jeep sits for a long time, it takes a while to warm up and it lurches as i go down the road as if the gas is not flowing completely or the fuel… --- ## [1996 Dodge Ram 2500 chugs and dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-dodge-ram-2500-chugs-and-dies/78717)
**Author:** [@JoNamass](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoNamass)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2013, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-dodge-ram-2500-chugs-and-dies/78717 "2013-04-19T23:35:30Z")
I bought this truck about 8 months ago, and replaced the EVAC system right off. Now, it's doing this thing where, when driving uphill, it chugs and makes a loud metal clunking sound. Also, as I slow, it tries to accele… --- ## [2009 Nissan Pathfinder - Center Console Running Hot?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-pathfinder-center-console-running-hot/78799)
**Author:** [@DJack](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DJack)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2013, 11:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-pathfinder-center-console-running-hot/78799 "2013-04-19T23:01:53Z")
I have a 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. I noticed that the center console (where the AC, radio are) is running hot under the carpet by my legs (probably about ankle high). I can feel the heat coming off it with my legs. Is t… --- ## [I own a government motor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-own-a-government-motor/78676)
**Author:** [@Concreteman26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Concreteman26)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2013, 8:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-own-a-government-motor/78676 "2013-04-19T20:27:01Z")
I have a 99 S10 blazer. It has 113,000 miles. It has several problems. It has the red air bag light on and the code comes up as crash sensor short. It also has I miss fire but no check engine light. It's not a constant m… --- ## [2004 Kia Optima trouble starting after filling up gas tank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-kia-optima-trouble-starting-after-filling-up-gas-tank/78553)
**Author:** [@MrsJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MrsJ)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2013, 8:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-kia-optima-trouble-starting-after-filling-up-gas-tank/78553 "2013-04-19T20:03:16Z")
For several years my husbands car "chugs" and barely starts after filling up at the gas station. Once it starts it is good to go but it takes many cranks and pumping of the peddle to get it going. If you put gas in it wi… --- ## [Tire Durability](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-durability/78738)
**Author:** [@RobG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobG)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2013, 7:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-durability/78738 "2013-04-19T19:37:45Z")
I'm new to this so have patience. What does everybody think about how many miles a set of appropriatley matched tires should last on a recent 4 door luxury sedan under average conditions/driving habits and no mechanical… --- ## [Power steering problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-problems/78792)
**Author:** [@Dchurch110](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dchurch110)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2013, 7:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-problems/78792 "2013-04-19T19:31:30Z")
I have a 2000 taurus and I have been having trouble with my power steering. Its leaking badly & from where I see it is Leaking is under the car on the passenger side by the tire. can some one tell me what is near there t… --- ## [Car wont start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start/78782)
**Author:** [@rfhilander](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rfhilander)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2013, 4:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start/78782 "2013-04-19T16:36:49Z")
93 ont. ga 2.3 quad 4- both coils replaced, ign.module tested ok-4 times. crank pos.senser replaced, wiring ok, no spark help --- ## [Ridiculous Puzzle!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ridiculous-puzzle/78562)
**Author:** [@ltggb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ltggb)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2013, 4:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ridiculous-puzzle/78562 "2013-04-19T16:34:08Z")
So I own a 96 Dodge Dakota and its had a few problems since I first bought it, but its all fixed except for one really puzzling problem. My head light will flash on and off while on low beams after about 30 minutes (if o… --- ## [What's the best way to re-attach heat shield on Focus?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-best-way-to-re-attach-heat-shield-on-focus/78784)
**Author:** [@Roger124](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roger124)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2013, 4:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-best-way-to-re-attach-heat-shield-on-focus/78784 "2013-04-19T16:32:26Z")
There are two major heat shields on the bottom of my 2006 Ford Focus. The one near the muffler and the fuel tank is OK, but the big one spanning nearly the entire length of the car. It is huge. It starts from just behind… --- ## [Any honda dealer techs here](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-honda-dealer-techs-here/78766)
**Author:** [@kennedy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kennedy)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2013, 4:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-honda-dealer-techs-here/78766 "2013-04-19T16:25:13Z")
My wife has been getting her oil changed and tires rotated every 5k at the dealer on her 11 accord. Started out the first 3 being free so she kept going. They charge 49.95. I thought I could save a little so I stopped by… --- ## [2000 Honda Odyssey](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-honda-odyssey/78780)
**Author:** [@kenol](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kenol)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2013, 2:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-honda-odyssey/78780 "2013-04-19T14:44:15Z")
2000 Honda Odyssey, Gear indicator light on ther dash works when I start the van, however, when I turn on the headlights, the gear indicator and the guage ilumination lights do not work, when I switch the headlights off … --- ## [2000 Subaru Outback Wagon electrical issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-subaru-outback-wagon-electrical-issues/78623)
**Author:** [@susannville](https://community.cartalk.com/u/susannville)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2013, 9:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-subaru-outback-wagon-electrical-issues/78623 "2013-04-19T09:06:15Z")
Well, after reading other folks' postings, there doesn't seem to be a easy resolve to the electrical issue...My Subaru 2000 Outback Wagon had no electrical power and all the idiot lights got wonky once battery was recha… --- ## [2002 Honda Civic, smoking but not overheating?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-civic-smoking-but-not-overheating/78779)
**Author:** [@deecan2002](https://community.cartalk.com/u/deecan2002)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2013, 7:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-civic-smoking-but-not-overheating/78779 "2013-04-19T07:21:31Z")
I have been driving my 2002 Honda Civic for about 6 years now. For the past 4 years its been all highway, driving 50+miles a day. I have just moved to a small town where its all town driving. When I would get off the … --- ## [AWD or 4WD for long driveway](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-or-4wd-for-long-driveway/78771)
**Author:** [@sdSU](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sdSU)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2013, 6:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-or-4wd-for-long-driveway/78771 "2013-04-19T06:43:35Z")
I find myself in need of a 4WD or AWD to get out of our long uphill to the road driveway. Hubby now doing chemo for stage 4 and we may not be able to wait for help clearing the driveway. Which one--AWD SUV ( considering… --- ## [The adventure of the bicycle crash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-adventure-of-the-bicycle-crash/78632)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2013, 6:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-adventure-of-the-bicycle-crash/78632 "2013-04-19T06:34:25Z")
Spoiler alert: Read no further if you don't want to engage in puzzler hints. \* \* \* I've been stumped all week about the crashed bicylist. What was the cause? At first I was thinking it had to do with which side o… --- ## [Dimming Lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dimming-lights/78695)
**Author:** [@threephi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/threephi)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2013, 6:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dimming-lights/78695 "2013-04-19T06:31:18Z")
I've got a '99 Mercedes E320 and the lights have been getting brighter and dimmer depending on the RPM of the engine. For example, while in park and idle the interior lights will seem a little dim, but then if you rev th… --- ## [1998 Ford Ranger Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-ranger-question/78725)
**Author:** [@ttonnka3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ttonnka3)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2013, 5:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-ranger-question/78725 "2013-04-19T05:55:29Z")
Is the Flywheel part of the motor or is it part of the trasmission?? The reason I am asking is because I just had a new used motor put in my ranger and there is a ticking noise , the shop that put in the new/used motor… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1815) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1817)